Software Setup - Universal Audio Arrow Manual

Software Setup

The Arrow software must be installed to use Arrow and UAD plug-ins. The UAD Powered
Plug-Ins Installer places the software onto the computer's startup drive. After software
installation, you'll register your Arrow hardware and authorize your UAD plug-ins.
Our Web Pages Guide You
The Universal Audio website guides you through the process of UAD software installation,
Arrow hardware registration, and UAD plug-in authorization. The procedure you'll follow
to complete this process is detailed below, but the web pages can guide you.
To begin the installation, registration, and authorization process, visit:
If you've already registered your Arrow and simply want to update to a newer version of
UAD software, the latest UAD software is available at www.uaudio.com.
Installation, Registration, and Authorization Procedure
Note: For optimum results, connect Arrow to the computer before installing the
UAD software.
1. Connect Arrow to a Thunderbolt 3 port on the computer with a Thunderbolt 3
cable (not included).
2. Visit www.uaudio.com/register
3. Open the downloaded UAD installer application. The software installer will guide
you. Be sure to restart the computer when prompted.
Note: If prompted to update the Arrow firmware, see the procedure below.
4. After restarting, your web browser launches and connects to the Universal Audio
website. Follow the instructions on our web pages to register your Arrow hardware
and claim bundled UAD plug-ins.
5. After registration is complete, authorize your UAD system by following the
guidance on the registration web pages (or see the
Note: On Windows computers, see
computers, Arrow is ready for use.
Firmware Update Procedure
If the "Arrow Firmware Update" dialog window appears:
1. Click "Load" to begin the process. The "firmware is updating" window appears.
2. Wait for the "Power Off Arrow" window, which appears after the firmware is
updated.
3. Disconnect Arrow from the computer for several seconds to power off Arrow. After
reconnecting to the computer, the firmware update is complete.
Arrow Manual
www.uaudio.com/register
to get the latest UAD software installer.
Windows Setup
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UAD Authorization
for additional steps. On Mac
Procedure).
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